Indulge in a culinary journey that brings together the vibrant flavors of ranch, chicken, tzatziki, and casserole. This delectable dish tantalizes your taste buds with a symphony of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Succulent chicken pieces, marinated in a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, are nestled amidst a rich and velvety ranch sauce, creating a harmonious union of flavors. Layers of tender zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and golden-brown potatoes add a delightful textural contrast, while the crowning glory of tzatziki sauce adds a refreshing touch with its cool cucumber and tangy yogurt base. Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible charm of this ranch chicken tzatziki casserole, a true masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.
In addition to the main recipe, this article offers a treasure trove of culinary delights, including a classic ranch dressing recipe that forms the foundation of the casserole's creamy sauce. Discover the secrets behind making your own tzatziki sauce, a versatile condiment that adds a refreshing twist to various dishes. Elevate your culinary repertoire with a delectable chicken marinade recipe that infuses chicken with tantalizing flavors. And for those with dietary restrictions, a gluten-free version of the casserole ensures that everyone can savor this culinary creation. Embark on a culinary adventure with this comprehensive guide, and treat your taste buds to a symphony of flavors that will leave you utterly satisfied.
RANCH CHICKEN TZATZIKI CASSEROLE #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. A baked chicken casserole, made with tzatziki sauce, feta, and spinach.
Provided by Oatbran27
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 pan, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Prep:.
- Combine the olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a a bowl and pour into a freezer bag with the chicken marinade between 30 mins and 4 hours.
- Tzatziki Sauce.
- Combine the garlic clove, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl. In another bowl after straining the greek yogurt, mix in the ranch dressing and feta. Then stir in the olive oil garlic mixture. Finally, add the cucumber.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Chicken:.
- Take the chicken out of the bag. Put on a baking sheet and put in the oven for 25-30 minutes After cooking cut the chicken into cubes and then put in a casserole pan. Mix in the tzatziki sauce and spinach once it is thoroughly mixed cover with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. After that take the pan out , take off the foil and put the topping on the casserole and bake for another 5 minutes or until the topping is golden brown. Take out, let sit for 5-10 minutes then enjoy.
HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. A deliciously seasoned low-carb chicken casserole, using fresh ingredients - a great Winter warm-up in one dish.
Provided by dbooosh
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 2 QT casserole, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Season chicken pieses generously on each side with Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix and 1 TBSP smoked paprika. Let chicken stand for 20 minutes after being seasoned. Meanwhile, roast tomato in oven until skin is charred, peel and dice.
- Heat oil in large skillet, over medium high heat. Add chicken, without crowding, and brown well. Turn chicken and brown well. Add green pepper and shallots, and cook until soft. Add garlic and tomato, then cook 5 minutes while stirring. Add spinach, cook down, then add pepper sauce, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 30 minutes.
- Transfer chicken stew to 9", 2 QT casserole dish. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Bake until cheese is light brown on top.
KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE
From what I hear, it's impossible to go to any sort of potluck in Texas and not see one of these.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Saute onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in hot oil until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- Combine onion-pepper mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, sour cream, cumin, ancho chile powder, oregano, and chipotle chile powder together in a large bowl and stir until sauce is well-combined.
- Spread a few tablespoons of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread 1/2 the chicken over the sauce. Spread about half the sauce over the chicken and top with 1/3 the cheese. Spread a layer of tortillas over the cheese. Spread remaining 1/2 the chicken over the tortillas, and top with almost all of the remaining sauce, reserving 1/2 cup sauce. Top with 1/3 the cheese, remaining tortillas, the reserved 1/2 cup sauce, and remaining 1/3 cheese.
- Bake casserole in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 40 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to broil. Broil the casserole until top is golden, 2 to 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 890.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
EASY CHICKEN RANCH CASSEROLE #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. I love chicken and pasta, but sometimes I don't feel like handling raw chicken and cooking it up. This recipe lets you skip that step, and you don't have to wait for the noodles to cook all the way! It's fast, easy, and delicious for kids and adults. You can also add in any veggies you like, or bacon bits to spice it up a little. This recipe feeds four, but is very easy to double for a bigger family.
Provided by serendipity_es
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil the macaroni noodles 3-5 minutes short of the listed time, then drain well.
- Mix the cream of chicken, chicken breast, mayonnaise, milk, shredded cheese, and ranch mix together in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, melt the butter, then add the bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese, and stir well.
- Layer the cooked and drained noodles in a 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish. Add chicken mix on top, then use a spoon or spatula to slightly mix the sauce down into the noodles.
- Sprinkle the seasoned bread crumbs on top.
- Bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 776.6, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 107.8, Sodium 1214.4, Carbohydrate 76.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.6, Protein 40.9
GREEK TZATZIKI CHICKEN PIZZA #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. I absolutely love Greek chicken salads, as well as traditional tzatziki sauce typically found on gyros, so I combined the two dishes to create this delicious pizza. The Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Harvest Dill Dips Mix is a perfect accompaniment to all the simple, delicious ingredients. In each bite, you get the creamy, garlicky tzatziki as well as the savory chicken, salty olives, rich tomatoes, and tangy feta. Greek perfection!
Provided by the2dees
Categories Weeknight
Time 45m
Yield 8 slices, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- To make the tzatziki, combine the Greek yogurt, Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Harvest Dill Dips Mix, 1 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic in a food processor.
- Process until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a separate dish, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile; roll the dough into a 12-14 inch circle. Transfer dough to a lightly greased pizza pan. Brush 1 teaspoons olive oil over the entire crust and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until light golden brown.
- Remove crust and transfer to a wire cooling rack until completely cool.
- Remove the tzatziki from the fridge and add the chopped cucumbers. Stir well. Spread the sauce evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the artichoke hearts, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the sauce. Top with the chopped chicken and Feta cheese.
- Cut into 8 slices and enjoy immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Refrigerate any leftovers.
TEXAN RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Every time I serve this creamy chicken ranch casserole, it gets rave reviews. The recipe was passed down to me and is so good! It's really easy to make, freezes well and has just a touch of heat. If your family likes more, add some jalapenos! -Kendra Doss, Smithville, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, celery and peppers in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the chicken, soups, tomatoes and chili powder., Line the bottom of a 3-qt. baking dish with half of the tortilla strips; top with half of the chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For a crispy, golden-brown crust, use a combination of olive oil and butter to grease your baking dish. Using just butter may cause the crust to brown too quickly and burn, while olive oil alone may not provide enough flavor.
- To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken breasts are of uniform thickness. If you have thicker or thinner breasts, pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Don't overcrowd the baking dish. If necessary, bake the chicken in batches to ensure that each piece has enough room to cook properly.
- To prevent the chicken from drying out, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
This ranch chicken tzatziki casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. With its creamy, flavorful sauce, tender chicken, and crispy crust, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice, for a complete and satisfying meal.
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